A proposal to shake up North Dakota’s gaming commission didn’t make it past the Senate. House Bill 1525 aimed to rework who sits on the five-member panel and require more frequent meetings—but critics said letting people tied to the industry oversee it[...]
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North Dakota Senate concurs on military zones measure, New Government Committee Created
A plan to create “impact zones” around North Dakota’s military bases is headed to the governor’s desk. The Senate gave final approval to SB 2398 on Wednesday, backing a new committee to review nearby development and protect base missions. The zones will[...]
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North Dakotans to vote on changes to 2022 term limits measure
North Dakota voters approved legislative term limits in 2022—but now lawmakers are asking if those voters might want a second look. On Wednesday, the House reversed course and passed a resolution that could change how term limits are calculated and who has[...]
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Democratic ND senator proposes doubling Ethics Commission budget, citing Holmberg case
When headlines about political misconduct start feeling routine, it raises a bigger question: are we doing enough to prevent the next one? That’s the concern Sen. Tim Mathern brought to the Capitol this week, calling for a major expansion of North Dakota’s[...]
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Police remove public commenter from Dickinson City Commission meeting after threats, disruption
A city meeting in Dickinson erupted Tuesday night when a known out-of-town agitator refused to give up the podium during a public comment opportunity, prompting his removal by police. Ryan Messano, who’s gained a reputation for inflammatory remarks targeting women and minority[...]
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North Dakota House passes bill requiring public comment at local governing body meetings
A bill requiring public comment at all regular meetings of local government bodies is one step closer to becoming law in North Dakota. The House passed Senate Bill 2180 in an 85-4 vote, sending it back to the Senate for final approval.[...]
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Daylight saving time bill in North Dakota amended to trigger when neighbor states concur
North Dakota lawmakers are once again weighing whether to ditch daylight saving time—and this time, the proposal has momentum. House Bill 1259 would keep the state on standard time year-round, joining Arizona and Hawaii in abandoning the twice-yearly clock change. But there’s[...]
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Term limits resolution narrowly fails in North Dakota House; reconsideration vote possible Wednesday
North Dakota’s term limits debate isn’t settled yet—and depending on a few absent lawmakers, it might not be over. A resolution to give state legislators more time in office—up to 16 years in one chamber—narrowly failed in the House, but a second[...]
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House passes bill to strengthen recall election requirements
There’s a new gate going up around North Dakota’s recall process, and it just got a lot taller. A bill advancing through the legislature would raise the bar for citizens who want to remove local elected officials before their terms end. More[...]
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Tax exemption for oil wells outside North Dakota core areas approved by Senate
As North Dakota’s oil patch matures, lawmakers are eyeing ways to tap into what lies beyond the Bakken. A new bill passed by the Senate aims to spur drilling in lesser-known formations by offering a temporary tax break—cutting the extraction tax from[...]
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A State Waltz, Troubadour, Vegetable, and Highway
When it comes to defining “North Dakota” we all get to have a voice in the conversation, but it’s our state legislature that has the authority put an “official” tag on on a thing. In this session, they’ve given us a few.[...]
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North Carolina May End Parking Mandates—Minot Should Be Next
The ripple effects of outdated parking mandates are felt everywhere. Whether they’re blocking a new business from opening, a church from expanding, or new housing from being built, these rules often get in the way of the kind of communities people want[...]
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Utah becomes the first state to ban adding fluoride to drinking water
Utah has become the first state to ban adding fluoride to drinking water, a move signed into law by Gov. Spencer Cox that shifts control from local governments to individuals. While proponents frame the decision as a matter of personal choice, public[...]
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North Dakota House votes against revising rules on charitable gambling eligibility
A proposal to reshape North Dakota’s charitable gambling rules met a swift and decisive defeat in the state House, where lawmakers voted 87-4 against it. Senate Bill 2035 aimed to change which organizations could operate charitable gaming, removing eligibility for some groups[...]
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North Dakota Senate defeats amended conversion therapy bill
A bill that sought to legalize conversion therapy in North Dakota met its end in the Senate, where lawmakers narrowly defeated it 22-25. Sponsored by Rep. Lori VanWinkle, R-Minot, the bill aimed to allow counseling that aligns with “traditional” views on sexuality[...]
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North Dakota Senate votes to override Gov. Kelly Armstrong’s 1st veto
The North Dakota Senate voted 45-2 on Thursday to override Gov. Kelly Armstrong’s first veto, rejecting his concerns about a proposed tax credit for prison industries. Senate Bill 2261, which creates a tax credit to support Rough Rider Industries at the State[...]